School Accounting Associate: Precise, Service-Oriented Finance

Southwest Christian School, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Christian School is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join the Business Office. The role handles day-to-day accounting tasks including accounts payable, general ledger reconciliations, deposits and expense reporting, while supporting families, vendors, and school departments.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable with accounting systems, providing accurate service and upholding school policies and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, meet deadlines, and follow procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle financial and personal information with discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Enter and process accounts payable transactions and maintain documentation.
• Prepare and set up accounts payable payment runs.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and research discrepancies.
• Prepare basic recurring journal entries.
• Distribute accounting reports to department managers.
• Communicate with vendors and assist with vendor setup and questions.
• Prepare and distribute invoices related to facility rentals.
• Post deposits and maintain backup documentation.
• Provide basic customer service to families regarding tuition and financial aid questions.
• Review Ramp expense reports for compliance and proper coding.
• Maintain organized accounting records per school policies.
• Assist Business Office with other accounting/admin duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Discretion

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Ramp

QuickBooks

Job description

Southwest Christian School is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join the Business Office. The role handles day-to-day accounting tasks including accounts payable, general ledger reconciliations, deposits and expense reporting, while supporting families, vendors, and school departments.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable with accounting systems, providing accurate service and upholding school policies and confidentiality.